4 Benefits of an Onsite Ambulatory Surgery Center

Does the thought of having surgery conjure up images of uncomfortable hospital beds, bad food, and arduous discharge processes? With advancements in minimally invasive techniques, that doesn’t have to be your experience.

Minimally invasive spine surgeries are safer and more effective than ever — and don’t need traditional hospital settings. David A. Wiles, MD, performs procedures at our onsite ambulatory surgery center in Chattanooga, Tennessee, prioritizing patient comfort and positive outcomes.

Our onsite ambulatory surgery center offers significant benefits for people who need spine surgery. Here’s what you should know.

1. Convenience and accessibility

Having an onsite ambulatory surgery center offers an unparalleled level of convenience for patients. Traditionally, you would need to visit a hospital for surgery, which often involves navigating various departments and long wait times.

With an onsite center, we streamline your entire surgical experience in one location — minimizing stress and the need for extensive travel. Because your preoperative assessments, surgical procedure, and initial postoperative care occur in the same facility, we maintain efficient scheduling and reduce your wait times on the day of your procedure.

2. Focused expertise

Dr. Wiles specializes in minimally invasive spine procedures, like spinal decompression, discectomy, and fracture care. He collaborates with our skilled anesthesiologists, nurses, and support staff to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.

This focused expertise can result in improved surgical precision, reduced risk of complications, and better postoperative care tailored to the unique needs of our spine surgery patients. The team's familiarity with these procedures fosters a higher level of patient safety and satisfaction.

3. State-of-the-art equipment

Minimally invasive spine procedures require specialized equipment and facilities to ensure optimal results. Equipped with the latest technology, our ambulatory surgery center includes advanced imaging systems, surgical instruments, and monitoring devices specifically designed for minimally invasive techniques.

This cutting-edge equipment enhances Dr. Wiles’ capabilities without introducing the chaos of traditional hospital settings. Our center provides a comfortable and sterile environment, and we adhere to high standards of patient safety.

4. Enhanced recovery and personalized care

One of the best benefits of having your procedure at an ambulatory surgery center is our emphasis on enhanced recovery protocols and personalized care. The same team oversees your journey from pre op assessments to post op follow-ups, ensuring continuity of care.

Minimally invasive techniques inherently result in smaller incisions, reduced tissue trauma, and less postoperative pain compared to traditional open surgeries. And in many cases, Dr. Wiles performs these surgeries on an outpatient basis.

Our medical team closely monitors your recovery immediately after surgery then you can go home. We give you personalized guidance for recovery from pain management to activity modification.

So if you need spine surgery, it’s worth considering an ambulatory surgery center. Dr. Wiles serves patients in Chattanooga, Bristol, Kingsport, and Johnson City, Tennessee.

Call our office at 423-459-9800 or request an appointment online today to find out how it could make the process simpler and even help you achieve better outcomes.